We just got back from visiting England and read about Dave. We are so very sorry that we were not able to attend visitation and offer our sympathy then. You will miss him very much and only pray that soon the memories will be of all the happy times that you shared together. Keeping you in prayer.
Gillian and Les Highfield

I have known Dave EN6bNfor many years in the Lineman field. Myself a lineman and now sales person.
Dave did light up a room. You would not mistake his voice.
Great guy that won't be forgotten. Bless you Dave!
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To Davids' family. Please accept our condolences about your loss. I am unable to be present but want you to know Rosine and I are thinking of you and David. I am remembering wild toboggan rides down Cathrae's hill which overlooks the farm with David who had no fear doing his best to keep up to his big brother John and his friends. Later in life David always had kind words when we met as we both visited our mothers at central place. I know you will miss him terribly and we are thinking about you. Sincerely, Morrison Reid, Rosine and our family

So many memories with Dave, the last time we had a good catch up was in Zehrs while poor Mary waited patiently for us to stop talking and as we walked away someone else stopped to talk to him too so I expect it took Dave and Mary a good portion of the morning to get their groceries.
Dave had Bill's laugh and it was an amazing infectious laugh that you just couldn't help but join in. We will miss you Mr. Gillies and my thoughts are with you Mary and Amanda on this day, the celebration of a life well lived however short it was.

Our deepest sympathy goes out to all the family at this time. We have great memories of David from days gone by when he played softball in Walters Falls.
David always had a smile and time to chat. Rest in Peace.
Wayne & Linda Murray

Dear Mary and family,
Dave was a class act and a friend to all. He will truly be missed by everyone who had the privilege to know him. The world has lost a shining star.
Hoping it helps to know friends are thinking of you, and may your many fond memories provide you comfort, both now and in future.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Bill

Dear Mary & Amanda,
We were so saddened to hear of Dave's passing. What a wonderful guy he was! Lloyd thought the world of him. He had such a difficult time this past while & now he's at peace. Our sincere condolences to you & the rest of your family.
Love Thelma & LloydDp7H

Heartfelt condolences Mary & Mandy as you mourn the loss of your husband and father. May special memories of your loved one helped to ease your pain and sorrow at this very difficult time. Thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead.

Dear Mary,
We are so very sorry to hear of Dave's passing...far too young and too much yet to give...but what a legacy he leaves and a lifetime of wonderful memories. God bless you all, and grant you the strength and courage needed to carry on.
Much love, Bob (McWhirter) and Lynne (Gibbons)

No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. Dave was a great friend and mentor. Always supportive and we shared many laughs together. I will miss him dearly. Mary, you and Amanda are in my heart.

A very sad day! Dave was a great neighbor and friend. We will always remember the wonderful days up in Forest Heights. Dave's laugh and easy going ways will always be a part of that. He will be greatly missed!
Our deepest condolences to Mary and Amanda and family

Mary, Amanda and families...so very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I will always remember his sense of humour and his laugh. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all in this time of sadness. A great guy gone way too soon.

I am very sorry to hear of Dave's passing...I fondly remember my first years of teaching at Derby when Dave would drop by and have a quick coffee with the staff or to say hi to Amanda...he leaves behind a great legacy.

Mary, Amanda and the Gillies & Hogendoorn families;
We were so sad to hear of Dave's passing. He was truly one of those people we spoke of often, even when we hadn't seen him out and about for a while. We feel so blessed to be among those who experienced his kind and caring nature and his hugs were always offered at just the right time - essentially every time we saw him! Please know that you continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Hold the memories of times spent together as a family close and trust that he will be forever in your heart.
Jeff, Laurie, Kate and Jess Gilkinson

Dave will forever be remembered! His presence filled the room and he had the unique gift of making everyone feel special and important. The love he had for his family was so obvious. We will always have fond memories of our trip to the Dominican with "Derby" friends. Heaven has gained an angel, and for that we are all blessed. Our hearts go out to Mary and Amanda.